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Season 12 – The Simpsons

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This long-running animated comedy focuses on the eponymous family in the town of Springfield in an unnamed U.S. state. The head of the Simpson family, Homer, is not a typical family man. A nuclear-plant employee, he does his best to lead his family but often finds that they are leading him. The family includes loving, blue-haired matriarch Marge, troublemaking son Bart, overachieving daughter Lisa and baby Maggie. Other Springfield residents include the family's religious neighbor, Ned Flanders, family physician Dr. Hibbert, Moe the bartender and police chief Clancy Wiggum.
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Critics Reviews

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David Bianculli New York Daily News 09/20/2018
3.5/4
That annual "Treehouse of Horror" outing, and Sunday's season curtain-raiser, prove that "The Simpsons" hasn't lost any steam. Go to Full Review Nick Venable CinemaBlend 06/12/2018
4/5
It's not the strongest season by far, but no episode feels like wasted time. Go to Full Review Bill Gibron PopMatters 11/09/2017
Even halfway through their unplanned legacy, the show is still great. Go to Full Review Cindy White IGN Movies 10/31/2017
8/10
Throughout the season, the series manages the difficult task of being both timely and timeless. Go to Full Review Josh Kurp Uproxx 10/26/2017
Just 'cause it's meta doesn't mean it's funny.. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Khaztiel Delbod D @khaztielddenver_ May 6 La casita del horror XI El primer segmento habla de homero hecho fantasma, creo que de esta temporada es el que mas me gusto porque tienen tintes de halloween, el segundo segmento fue el que me hizo reír porque mezcla los cuentos tradicionales al humor de los simpsons y pues es una buena combinación y el tercer segmento estuvo bien pero siento que le falto al final, el inicio estuvo bien pero la conclusión no me convenció. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Jan 3 21 funny episodes, including the Treehouse of Horror episode that debuts the season. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Dec 8 Season Twelve of The Simpsons marks a notable expansion in creativity and energy, particularly with the introduction of the Treehouse of Horror episodes, which inject a thrilling, unpredictable element into the series. By this point, the show is confidently exploring more imaginative storytelling, pushing boundaries with dark humor, parody, and horror-themed antics while maintaining its core focus on the Simpson family and Springfield’s quirky residents. These episodes not only provide comedic chaos but also deepen the world-building, giving supporting characters and unusual scenarios a spotlight in ways earlier seasons didn’t. The season’s balance of traditional family dynamics, social commentary, and experimental stories keeps it fresh and engaging, proving that after twelve years, The Simpsons remain a juggernaut of animated entertainment with a universe fans continue to fall in love with. See more Abdulmohsen A @RT47416480 Jul 14 Best show ever must see See more David C @David617 10/29/2024 Siguen siendo chistosos los Simpsons See more Ryker E @RT91087388 08/04/2024 Improvement over season 11 I enjoyed this season not a gold season though See more Read all reviews
The Simpsons — Season 12

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Dan Castellaneta

Homer Jay Simpson

Julie Kavner

Marjorie Bouvier Simpson

Nancy Cartwright

Bartholomew Jo-Jo "Bart" Simpson

Yeardley Smith

Lisa Marie Simpson

Hank Azaria

Moe Szyslak

Harry Shearer

Charles Montgomery Burns

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 1, 2000 Treehouse of Horror XI Satan kicks Homer out of hell; dolphins take over Springfield; the Simpsons discover the dark side of fairy tales. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 5, 2000 A Tale of Two Springfields After Homer divides the town, waging war against East Springfield, it is up to the Who to reunite Springfield. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 12, 2000 Insane Clown Poppy Bart meets a girl named Sophie who claims to be Krusty's illegitimate daughter; Krusty later loses Sophie's violin in a poker game. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 19, 2000 Lisa the Tree Hugger Lisa is smitten with an eco-terrorist and spends four days in a tree to prevent it from being cut down. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 26, 2000 Homer vs. Dignity When Homer asks for a raise, Mr. Burns pays him to play unpleasant jokes on others. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 3, 2000 The Computer Wore Menace Shoes After Homer creates a tell-all Web page, he is awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his truthful revelations. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 10, 2000 The Great Money Caper Homer and Bart turn into a couple of con artists to pay for a car repair bill. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 17, 2000 Skinner's Sense of Snow Bart and the others lay siege to their elementary school when it doesn't shut down during a snow storm. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 7, 2001 HOMR An operation to remove a crayon wedged in Homer's brain makes him intelligent. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 14, 2001 Pokey Mom A softhearted Marge invites a recent parolee to move into the Simpson household. Details Episode 11 Aired Feb 4, 2001 Worst Episode Ever The Comic Book Guy has a stress attack, so Milhouse and Bart take over the comic book store. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 11, 2001 Tennis the Menace Homer builds a tennis court in the backyard, but Homer becomes jealous of Bart's tennis skills and swears revenge at the Krusty Klassic. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 18, 2001 Day of the Jackanapes Through hypnosis, Sideshow Bob turns Bart into a killing machine. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 25, 2001 New Kids on the Blecch Bart, Milhouse, Ralph and Nelson are recruited by boy-band creator L.T. Smash; NSYNC pays a visit to Springfield. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 4, 2001 Hungry Hungry Homer Homer goes on a hunger strike for the Springfield baseball team. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 11, 2001 Bye Bye Nerdie Lisa tries to figure out why the new girl picks on smart children; Homer baby-proofs the house for Maggie. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 1, 2001 Simpsons Safari Hungry Homer rips into a 30-year-old box of crackers and finds a winning ticket for a trip to Africa. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 29, 2001 Trilogy of Error Marge severs Homer's thumb, Lisa creates a grammar robot, and Bart and Milhouse try to bust fireworks smugglers. Details Episode 19 Aired May 6, 2001 I'm Goin' to Praiseland Homer and Flanders build a biblical-theme park as a tribute to Ned's wife, Maude. Details Episode 20 Aired May 13, 2001 Children of a Lesser Clod Homer starts a daycare center in his home while recuperating from a knee injury. Details Episode 21 Aired May 20, 2001 Simpsons Tall Tales The Simpsons play folk legends like Paul Bunyan and Tom Sawyer. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, David Mirkin
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Comedy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 1, 2000